Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
Ready in about 28 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Sticky barbecue chicken with charred edges and juicy meat. The air fryer gives you fast, flavour-packed results any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 120 ml barbecue sauce
Method
- 1Rub the chicken with the oil and salt.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 190°C / 375°F.
- 3Air fry for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 4Brush with the barbecue sauce and cook for 4-8 minutes more until glazed and cooked through.
- 5Serve hot.
Tips for the best results
- Add sweet sauces toward the end so they do not burn.
- Boneless thighs stay especially juicy here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer bbq chicken?+
Cook at 190°C / 375°F for 16-20 min, flip halfway.